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Scientists stunned by reappearance of species lost for nearly a century: 'A huge win'
In a surprising turn of events, Chinook salmon have been spotted in California's North Yuba River for the first time in ...
Despite an uptick in returns expected, salmon researcher doubtful it's a sign of overall recovery
A recent NOAA report anticipates salmon returns above the 10-year average, but that's likely an outlier when ocean conditions continue to shift.
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State imposes ‘unprecedented’ conservation measures for Gulf of Alaska Chinook salmon
The Alaska Department of Fish and Game is imposing what it calls “unprecedented” conservation measures to address declines of Gulf of Alaska Chinook salmon — also known as king salmon ...
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Washington Coast Chinook Salmon One Step Closer to Federal Protections
PORTLAND, Ore.— In response to a petition by the Center for Biological Diversity and Pacific Rivers, the National Marine Fisheries Service today made an initial finding that Endangered Species Act ...
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Federal Protection Sought for Washington Coast Spring Chinook Salmon
PORTLAND, Ore.— The Center for Biological Diversity and Pacific Rivers filed a petition today to protect Washington coast spring-run Chinook salmon under the federal Endangered Species Act. The ...
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Chinook Salmon Flocking to Revitalized San Joaquin River
FRESNO, Calif. (CN) – A staggering number of Chinook salmon are returning to a California river that hasn’t sustained salmon for decades due to agricultural and urban demands, giving biologists hope ...
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State imposes ‘unprecedented’ conservation measures for Gulf of Alaska Chinook salmon
Facing potential endangered species status for Gulf of Alaska king salmon, Alaska Fish and Game is rolling out fishing ...